Best 3 Cranberry Chicken Salad Sandwiches Recipes

Cranberry chicken salad is a classic recipe that is perfect for a picnic, a light lunch, or even a quick dinner. This delicious salad features shredded chicken, chopped celery, sweet grapes, and dried cranberries, all tossed in a creamy dressing made with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, and honey. The combination of sweet and savory flavors creates a delightful dish that is sure to please everyone. The salad is served on bread or crackers, making it a versatile and portable meal option. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or a flavorful dish to serve at your next party, cranberry chicken salad sandwiches are a great choice.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES

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Cubed cooked chicken speeds assembly of these cute and filling chicken salad sandwiches. Dressed up with cranberries and served in dinner rolls, they're ready in no time in Sandra Sprinkle's Anniston, Alabama kitchen.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 cups cubed cooked chicken breast
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup finely chopped onion
1/4 cup chopped celery
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
6 tablespoons Miracle Whip Light
8 dinner rolls
8 lettuce leaves

Steps:

In a small bowl, combine the chicken, cranberries, onion, celery, salt and pepper. Stir in Miracle Whip. , Cut tops off rolls; hollow out each roll, leaving a 1/2-in. shell. Line each with a lettuce leaf; fill with chicken salad. Replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 83mg cholesterol, Sodium 796mg sodium, Carbohydrate 41g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CRANBERRY-WALNUT CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES

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I made these simple yet special cranberry walnut chicken salad sandwiches for a birthday party. Tangy cranberries and crunchy celery pep up the chicken. Leftover turkey works well, too. -Shannon Tucker, Land O' Lakes, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons honey Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 cups cubed rotisserie chicken
1 cup shredded Swiss cheese
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/2 cup dried cranberries
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes
8 lettuce leaves
16 slices pumpernickel bread

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, mustard and pepper. Stir in the chicken, cheese, celery, cranberries, walnuts and parsley., Place lettuce on 8 slices of bread; top each with 1/2 cup chicken salad. Top with remaining bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411 calories, Fat 22g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 49mg cholesterol, Sodium 469mg sodium, Carbohydrate 35g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 20g protein.

QUICK CRANBERRY CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICHES

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This tasty, filling chicken sandwich is a great way to use up leftover cranberry sauce. It will brighten your day. -Michaela Rosenthal, Woodland Hills, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 sandwich buns, split
2 teaspoons butter, softened
2 teaspoons cream cheese, softened
1 cup shredded cooked chicken
1/3 cup whole-berry cranberry sauce
3 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 green onions, chopped
1 teaspoon lemon juice
2 lettuce leaves

Steps:

Place buns cut side up on an ungreased baking sheet. Spread butter over bun bottoms. Broil 3-4 in. from the heat for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown. Spread cream cheese on bun tops., In a small bowl, combine the chicken, cranberry sauce, mayonnaise, onions and lemon juice. Spread over bun bottoms. Top each with a lettuce leaf; replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520 calories, Fat 20g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 79mg cholesterol, Sodium 697mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 29g protein.

Tips:

For a more flavorful salad, use fresh cranberries instead of dried cranberries.
If you don't have any celery, you can substitute diced apples or grapes.
To make the salad ahead of time, simply combine all of the ingredients except for the chicken and mayonnaise. Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours. When ready to serve, add the chicken and mayonnaise and stir until combined.
Serve the salad on croissants, bread rolls, or lettuce leaves.

Conclusion:

Cranberry chicken salad sandwiches are a delicious and easy-to-make lunch or dinner option. They're perfect for picnics, potlucks, or tailgating parties. With their sweet and tangy flavor, they're sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give cranberry chicken salad sandwiches a try. You won't be disappointed!